1998 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Prizm is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Prizm weights approximately 620 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Prizm | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prizm | Minica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |